Soyinka: The Man of Letters

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#WoleSoyinkaIs86

The one and only Nigerian noble laureate, intellectual extraordinaire, and a huge social mobilizer and respected national conscience, Wole Soyinka is 86 today!

And today, I celebrate his intellect and mental sagacity. In celebrating, I chose to highlight the blessings of his cerebral enormity and the wealth of his wisdom, which significantly has been his contribution towards projecting the country's international image.

Indeed, WS has remained just one of the few Nigerian elders and citizens alike we can robustly call mentors and a guide for tomorrow. His pragmatism to national issues stands him out. He has devoted most part of his life in standing and speaking against draconian and beastly government and his by his strong diatribes and censures risen in defense of the people against inept and nepotistic leadership.

Regarded also as one of the best exports of this nation, WS stands highly to be some of the few identities that adequately debunk the widely spread negative narrative about Nigeria and Nigerians. As a recipient of the prestigious Nobel prize, WS is a name that resounds with much respect among world stage. And a thing of great pride to Nigeria and for Nigerians!

The man died in everyone who refuses to speak out against the evil of the land. And yes, for the man, Wole, he has shown to be actively alive to his duty to the nation as an elder who will never allow the goat to labour while tethered. At 86, he's worth celebrating and my wish for him is that he continues to live. We need his light, we need his gray hairs!

#WS #86

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